James E. Moss School

4399 S 500 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, James E. Moss School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 522 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Bottom 50% in UT
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

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School Overview

James E. Moss School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Moss Elementary will strive to develop socially responsible scholars who aspire to achieve their full potential.

School Rankings

James E. Moss School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James E. Moss School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (UT)
#887 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
24%
40%
(20-21)
11%
43%
(20-21)
10-14%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
9%
1%
White
43%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Roadrunners
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is James E. Moss School's ranking?
James E. Moss School is ranked #887 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are James E. Moss School often compared to?
James E. Moss Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln School, Olene Walker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend James E. Moss School?
522 students attend James E. Moss School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of James E. Moss School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James E. Moss School?
James E. Moss School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does James E. Moss School offer ?
James E. Moss School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is James E. Moss School part of?
James E. Moss School is part of Granite School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 522 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

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